Established on August 22, 1997, the Armed Forces Civilian Service Medal honors civilian employees of the Department of Defense who provide support to military forces or who participate in long-term peacekeeping or humanitarian operations under similar circumstances as members of the uniformed military. read more »
The second-highest award granted to civilians, the Air Force Meritorious Civilian Service Award Medal is approved at the MAJCOM level. It is presented to civilian employees of the Air Force who demonstrate excellence in carrying out their duties for a minimum period of one year, to those who demonstrate notable initiative in improving procedures or protocols, or to those who otherwise contribute to general morale and performance. read more »
The Air Force Outstanding Civilian Career Service Award Medal Ribbon is issued upon retirement to civilian employees of the United States Air Force who demonstrated exceptional comportment and achievement throughout their career. read more »
The Air Force Exemplary Civilian Service Award is the civilian equivalent of the Air Force Commendation Medal. It honors civilians who distinguish themselves through notable service to the Air Force. read more »
The highest honor granted by the Air Force to civilians, the Air Force Decoration for Exceptional Civilian services recognizes those who perform in a sustained meritorious capacity on behalf of the United States Air Force. read more »
An award used to acknowledge those who, while not employed by the United States Air Force, have substantially contributed to a mission. read more »
The Air Force Command Civilian Award for Valor is granted to civilian individuals who carry out meritorious service on behalf of the United States government. This award may be presented to civilian Air Force personnel for distinguishing themselves by providing aid in a noteworthy manner during an emergency situation. read more »
The Air Force Civilian Award for Valor is granted to civilians who carry out sustained, notable work of merit in the service of the United States. Awardees must exceeded standards and expectations in performing this work. This award is presented to civilian employees of the United States Air Force who demonstrate bravery or sacrifice their own personal safety beyond expectations. read more »
The Air Force Civilian Achievement Award Medal is granted to civilians who carry out sustained, notable work of merit in the service of the United States. Awardees must exceeded standards and expectations in performing this work. read more »
Established on July 6, 1945, the World War II Victory Medal Ribbon honors members of the United States Armed Forces who carried out duty between the dates of December 7, 1941 and December 31, 1946 inclusive. It was initially awarded as a ribbon alone, with the addition of the medal in 1946. read more »
Established on April 5, 1946, the World War II Occupation Medal Ribbon honors United States Army and Air Force members who carried out occupation service in Austria, Germany, Italy, or Japan following World War II. read more »
Established in 1919, the World War I Victory Medal honors United States Armed Forces personnel who carried out service in qualifying periods and areas during World War I. read more »
Established on November 21, 1941, the Army of Occupation of Germany Medal honors United States military members who carried out occupation service in Germany of Austria-Hungary in the aftermath of World War I. read more »
Established on July 8, 1965, the Vietnam Service Medal honors members of the United States military who carried out service in the Vietnam War. read more »
The United Nations Operation in Somalia Medal honors military personnel who carried out service as part of an unarmed, uniformed observation group designed to monitor the ceasefire in Mogadishu. read more »
The United Nations Mission in Haiti Medal honors military personnel who carried out service in Haiti between the dates of September 23, 1993 and July 1, 1997, supporting peacekeeping operations and the stabilization of the nation following a government overthrow in 1991. Participation in the training of Haitian National Police is also eligible for the award. read more »
The United Nations Medal honors military personnel who carry out service in a joint United Nations operation, including support for peacekeeping, humanitarian aid, or following a natural disaster. To qualify, terms of service must last a minimum of 90 days. read more »